She has pricing, positioning and advertising down to a science. When representing buyers, she commits to a full understanding of the details and complexities so that her clients have what they need to make intelligent decisions. Suzanne Perkins is uniquely qualified to put together world-class deals because she delivers world-class service.

Hailing from Lexington, Kentucky, home state of the Kentucky Derby, Suzanne is no stranger to a championship mind set. An accomplished equestrian, Suzanne is a respected international judge as well as a breeder of champion show horses. Her passion and expertise for all things equine make her well qualified to represent the impressive ranches and equestrian properties that line her resume.

Of her own Blue Ribbon career, Suzanne insists that every day she is just doing what she loves and enjoys. She considers the fact that she gets to represent some of the most incredible properties and people in the world, in the spectacular surroundings of Santa Barbara, Montecito and the Santa Ynez Valley, a blessing with an exceptional bonus. Representing some of the globe's most distinguished clientele, Suzanne has had phenomenal success in the Santa Barbara market that has reached historical proportions. In January of 2007, Suzanne represented the sellers in the largest non-commercial transaction in California history, consisting of the El Cojo and Jalama Ranches, which were listed at a combined $155 million. In February of 2007, she represented both seller and buyer in the highest value residential oceanfront transaction in Santa Barbara history. This transaction was preceded in 2006, when Suzanne represented the seller of the most expensive residential beachfront property in Santa Barbara to that date.

Her integrity, work ethic and heart of gold compel Suzanne to deliver a level of service to her clients that is unequaled in today's real estate market. Suzanne utilizes a cutting-edge marketing team and state-of-the-art technology to ensure that her clients' properties get the exposure they deserve.

Suzanne is a member of Conservation International's Emerald Circle, a special community of people who have made a
significant commitment to advancing Conservation International's work, providing the core financial support to help
them fulfill their mission. See more at www.conservation.org.

Santa Barbara Real Estate

The beaches along Santa Barbara's coast are the backdrop to some of the most beautiful homes in California. The protected waters of the Pacific house some of the best diving in the country and the plethora of life below the water's surface is equaled by the versatile lives of those that inhabit the Santa Barbara homes along the shore. Away from the white sands and sapphire waters of the coast, the valleys and foothills at the base of the Santa Ynez mountains unfold lush greenery with views that frame Santa Barbara region in all of its splendor. Residents know that exploring the full variety of Santa Barbara's natural wonders could take a lifetime.

Not only an ecological marvel, Santa Barbara real estate is a hodge podge of Mexican-era homes in Spanish Colonial and adobe styles. Santa Barbara began preserving its architectural history long before most of the cities in California and because of this, Santa Barbara's neighborhoods express their own personalities in their homes - from Craftsman style homes to the more elegant Victorian, Italianate, and Queen Anne architecture. Housing costs here are some of the highest in the nation, but the beauty of the region is unparalleled.

Those that are lucky enough to live in the Santa Barbara region already know the pleasures of spending the evening exploring the Tuesday night farmer's markets on State street while enjoying a McConnell's ice cream cone. Or window shopping through open-door galleries and tasting the local wines that are some of the best in the nation. Or having a quiet moment reading a book or dining al fresco under the Moreton Bay Fig Tree. The lifestyle makes the luxury of Santa Barbara real estate not only affordable, but desirable. Few cities can match the grace, allure and natural beauty of Santa Barbara.